1963 Isuzu Bellel vs. 1978 Seat 131
To start off, 1978 Seat 131 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Isuzu Bellel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Isuzu Bellel would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Seat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Isuzu Bellel (72 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1978 Seat 131. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Isuzu Bellel should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Isuzu Bellel weights approximately 6 kg more than 1978 Seat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1978 Seat 131 (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Isuzu Bellel. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1978 Seat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Isuzu Bellel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Isuzu Bellel | 1978 Seat 131 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Seat |
| Model | Bellel | 131 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2500 mm |
